Microscope

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What is the eyepiece lens of a microscope?

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The eyepiece lens is the part of the microscope that you look through to see the magnified image of the specimen.

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What is the eyepiece tube in a microscope?

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The eyepiece tube is the part that holds the eyepiece lens and connects it to the body of the microscope.

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What are objectives in a microscope?

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Objectives are the lenses on a microscope that provide different levels of magnification to view the specimen.

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What is the stage of a microscope?

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The stage is the flat platform where the slide with the specimen is placed for observation.

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What are stage clips used for in a microscope?

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Stage clips are used to hold the slide in place on the stage of the microscope.

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What is the function of the focus knob on a microscope?

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The focus knob is used to adjust the clarity of the image by moving the stage or the objective lenses closer or further from the specimen.

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What does magnification mean in the context of a microscope?

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Magnification refers to the process of enlarging the appearance of an object, allowing for detailed observation.

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What is the smallest objective lens commonly used in microscopes?

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The smallest objective lens commonly used in microscopes is typically 4X magnification.

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How many objectives do typical classroom microscopes have?

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Typical classroom microscopes have three objectives, allowing for different levels of magnification.

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What is the turret on a microscope?

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The turret is the rotating part of the microscope that holds the objective lenses and allows the user to switch between them.